locks up while driving after applying brakes a few times

1995 TOYOTA COROLLA
256,000 MILES
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FIXMY OWN
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95 toyota corrolla brakes keeps locking up,if car sits for a few mins they release.Brakes paddle get very hard to push when this happens.
Oct 8, 2012 at 5:59 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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sounds like you have a bad brake hose. find out which wheel is locking up.

Roy
Mar 29, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Was any repairs done prior to this occurring?
Mar 29, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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FIXMY OWN
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new brakes after this happen frist time,new hose but still happens.If I Bleed it they release.
Mar 29, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check the caliper slider bolts and pistons for sticking. Ensure you have sufficient brake pedal to booster push rod clearance.
Mar 29, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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